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Mobility scooters for travel offer safety and comfort for seniors who are on the move. Whether you're going to the grocery store or visiting relatives or friends or even traveling by air or sea, these scooters are easy to take apart and pack away for safe transportation.
Travel scooters come with a range of wheel designs, including solid and foam-filled wheels that never flat, and pneumatic (air-filled) wheels that offer a smoother ride. Some also come with suspension systems that provide increased stability.
Three-Wheel Scooters
There are two main categories of scooters: the trickier two-wheeled models and the steadier three-wheeled ones that assist in balance and weight shifting. Some scooters come with a wheel at the back, which provides additional stability. Others employ a bicycle steering design that lets kids lean forward to steer. We found that 3-wheelers equipped with polyurethane wheels (versus plastic wheels) provide a smooth ride over pavement cracks and sidewalk cracks. They also have a lower turning radius than two-wheelers.
To make sure that kids feel comfortable while riding, they must have a wide foot platform. This lets their feet be able to fit on the platform without rubbing. All the scooters we tested for this review had wide foot decks and adjustable handlebars to allow kids to develop with their scooter. A height-adjustable handlebar also helps children find the best position for them to feel confident and balanced.
Many scooters for kids are designed to last through multiple kids and years of rough use and tear, therefore they're constructed from robust materials that can withstand damage from bumps and scratches. The Micro Maxi, for example, is made with rust-resistant aluminum and a strong fiberglass-reinforced deck. Its 125 mm wheels are made from polyurethane which gives a smooth and quiet ride on different surfaces.
Children need to wear protective pads and helmets to shield their knees and arms from damage. Pediatric physical therapist Lauren Drobnjak recommends using a scooter with a handlebar that places kids' arms at a 90-degree angle from their shoulders, and she recommends that riders wear socks and shoes. Scooter owners are advised to clean and lubricate the wheels with silicone grease in order to avoid metal scraping against one another.
Four-Wheel Scooters
Every body type and lifestyle can be accommodated with a travel scooter. You can choose between a four-wheeled or three-wheeled travel scooter based on the model you prefer. Other aspects include the radius of turning, weight capacity and the kind of wheels. Other aspects to consider include the battery type and the tiller with a battery indicator and other bells-and-whistles, and the price.
A good scooter will allow you to enjoy life and get around, regardless of your mobility needs. There are a myriad of options to suit your needs and budget. You can also find used scooters for sale online and from local resellers. Certain insurance programs like Tricare offer coverage for a certain percentage or the entire cost of your scooter. You can also apply for grants, such as the Civilian Health and Medical Program of Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Glashow S3 is a great travel scooter for those who want something that is easy to operate and fits into the trunk of a. The scooter is able to handle rough terrain and still has enough power to make it through steep slopes. It features an adjustable seat that swivels and slides to allow for easier move on and off the scooter, and a tiller console that includes a battery panel to simplify navigation.
If you're looking for more space and speed, you should check out Drive Medical's Panther which can reach speeds of up to 4 speeds of 4. It is more stable and has a larger base than other models. It also has a bigger deck. It also has a much tighter turning radius than other travel scooters and it is able to take two U1 batteries, the same kind of battery that's in lawn mowers. Its tiller console is adjusted to suit leftor right-handed drivers and it includes a LED headlight and taillights, brake lights and brake lights, as well as an easy-to-read battery panel and a USB charging port.
Foldable Scooters
The most comfortable travel scooters have a unique design which allows them to fold into three pieces for storage in the trunk of your vehicle or in a corner or closet. This design is a real boon to busy travelers who need the versatility of a smaller scooter but do not want to go through the hassles associated with a larger model. With less than a minute to set up and disassemble it is easy to use and convenient to transport.
Certain travel scooters can be disassembled to transport them to a plane or in a car depending on the maker. The Go-Go Elite Traveller, for instance, is designed to be divided into its frame, seat and battery box so that it can easily fit into most car trunks and baggage compartments of airlines. This is a great choice for travelers who need a high-performance portable scooter with an excellent operating range and a simple disassembly.
The LiteRider HD, and the Golden BuzzAround extreme are both popular travel scooters. Both feature a tight turning radius, a more spacious captain's chair, and a spacious rear deck for increased foot space. These features make them ideal for shopping trips or trips to the local cafe or pool for the community. Their powerful 500 watt motors ensure that they take you to your destination quickly and safely. White glove service and in-home delivery are offered with these models, too. Click on the image to view product brochures from manufacturers.
Suspension
Mobility scooters can give you a lot of independence and help ease leg and back pains. However, your town pavement isn't going to be a smooth surface and bumps as well as small potholes can easily knock a standard mobility scooter off balance and cause bone-shaking rides that may worsen existing pains and aches.
Suspension in a travel scooter can eliminate this problem and make the ride a lot more comfortable. A suspension system of top quality will be able to absorb these forces without impacting the performance of other wheels and can be adjusted to your preferences. This is particularly useful if you ride your scooter on poorly maintained roads or paths.
Most travel scooters come with rubber or foam-filled tires, and while these aren't able to go flat, they do not provide the smoothest possible ride. Pneumatic tires are typically used on all-terrain and full-size scooters. They provide more comfort and a smoother ride.
The method by which the mobility scooter is controlled varies between models however, most will feature a tiller, which is a column with a T-shape that turns the front wheels to the left and right. The controls for speed, forward/reverse, and turning signals are often located on the tiller. Some scooters come with delta tillers, which offer more flexibility in hand positioning and are easier to hold for those who have less strength or dexterity.
Suspension isn't included on all mobility scooters for travel however it's worth looking for this feature if you're thinking of purchasing one. You can usually find scooters with suspension by examining the specifications. The ones with it will include an 'Suspension' or similar specifications.